1952 Allard Safari vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Altima |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |